Raining Sardines (A Deborah Brodie Book)
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A young boy named Mateo navigates the complexities of family, friendship, and identity in Havana, Cuba, during a summer of change.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic feelings are explored between characters.
No violence is present in the narrative.
Very mild, infrequent profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The story is not scary or horror-related.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
Cultural perspectives are presented without explicit worldview promotion.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMateo shows courage in facing his challenges.
Christian faith is not a significant element.
Familial and friendship love are central themes.
Some instances of understanding and empathy are shown.
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